If you are trying to run an efficient business, it is of the utmost importance that your corporate accounting is done by a certified tax preparer. Hiring a public accountant, or even relying on your in-house accountant, might be an easy way for you to make it through this fiscal year, but if you are looking to save as much as possible, hiring the most qualified professional possible will be a worthwhile investment.

It is no secret that corporate taxes can be dizzyingly complicated to the untrained. And even for uncertified accounting professionals, optimizing the filing process is a difficult and intimidating task to master, even with years of experience. Most often, it is necessary to turn to a CPA, as their unmatched expertise is the only route to ensure that your taxes are filed flawlessly and in a timely manner. These professionals are keenly aware of many of the pitfalls of filing corporate taxes, and have the highest aptitude for identifying money saving opportunities. Without their help, you may easily find yourself lost.

Part of the difficulty is the wider variety forms and tax brackets that apply to corporations of differing types and sizes. Do you know if you fall under the S, C, or multi-member LLC categories of corporate taxes? Do you or your accountant know how to maximize tax deductions for your specific business? Are you confident that you can shave the maximum number of deductions? If any of these questions leave you feeling unsure, it would be a mistake to hire anyone but a certified accountant.

It doesn’t matter if your business is small or large, working in any number of sectors, or if you are planning on filing online or in person, a CPA is the only accountant you can trust to save you money, as well as a headache.